Coverage of honolulu, waikiki, pearl harbor, diamond head, ko olina, hanauma bay, haleiwa, the waimea valley, the north shore, and more. Waimeakohala airport is located south of kamuela town at an elevation of 2,671 feet in the northern portion of the big island of hawaii. It is located about 20 miles northeast of the waikoloa resort area, miles west of honoka. Waimea valley see more photos, view panorama is a beautiful 1,800acre visitor attraction that is also a sanctuary for rare birds and plants endemic to hawaii. Note that worldfamous waikiki is actually a neighborhood located in greater honolulu. The entrance is also immediately next to toa luau, and you get free admission to the trail when you book the luau. A trip to this park is a combination of learning about hawaiian history and culture and appreciation of nature. Position your mouse over the map and use your mousewheel to zoom in or out. Waimea valley is an area of historic cultural significance on the north shore of oahu, hawaii.
Waimea valley, on oahus north shore, features a tropical botanical garden, ruins of ancient hawaiian structures, and a swimming hole at the base of its main attraction. We followed the gently meandering path as it ran along with waimea river. Book the smokie acre blossoms north shore oahu, sunset beach stay at this vacation home in haleiwa. Response from waimeavalley, executive director at waimea valley responded mar 11, 2020 mahalo for sharing such a detailed account of your experience, we are so glad you enjoyed every aspect of waimea valley. Oahu, known as the, gathering isle is the most modernly developed island, yet between the. Hiipaka llc is a nonprofit 501c3 that manages the valleys daily operations, conservation and preservation efforts, and steward the land. Waimea valley has been a sacred place to native hawaiians for more than 700 years. After picking up some books from the gift shop so we could continue our learning journey, we. Book reservations for tours in hawaii with oahu nature tours ecotour company. Surfers from around the world participate in the exhilarating sport of big wave surfing during the winter months. One of the best things about waimea valley on oahu is the fact that it has a hidden waterfall. It is home to roughly one million peopleabout twothirds of the population of the u. Now guided tours are available to areas previously offlimits. We visited the waimea valley during our circle island tour with oahu nature tours.
The valley was then cared for and inhabited by descendants of the high priests until 1886. Waimea falls, located in waimea valley on oahu, is a perfect photo opportunity. You can support waimea valleys conservation and preservation efforts by donation. Top 5 things to do in waimea, hawaii island by meghan miner sep 28, 2015 hawaii islands waimeaalso called kamuela to distinguish it from the places on oahu and kauai with the same nameis big sky country, where electric green pasture lands surrounded by cactuslined fences enclose herds of grazing cattle. Need a good map of oahu, hawaii or of waikiki beach. The nutrientrich volcanic soil combined with a rainy environment provided the resourceful hawaiians of the area the. The valley has also been called the valley of the priests since 1090 when. Waimea meaning reddish water was the first place in the island of oahu where foreigners contacted with native hawaiian.
Oahu occupies 597 square miles and is the second oldest of the six islands of aloha, lying between kauai and maui. Luckily, oahu hiking trails offer something for everyone. Make your oahu visit even more magical with this 45minute scenic helicopter ride. In this article i also detail the main features on each part of the island along with commute times and tips on. Waimea valley haleiwa 2020 all you need to know before. Stay on this road, kamehameha highway, until you see waimea falls park entrance on the right.
One of the best ways to explore oahus natural wonders is on foot. Top 5 things to do in waimea, hawaii island hawaii magazine. The hale o lono at waimea valley is one of the only restored hale o lonos in the state. Waimea valley, or valley of the priests, has an extensive history. Oahus waimea valley and an easy side trip during north. Considered a deeply sacred site, revered within native hawaiian history for more than 700 years, waimea valley, also known as the valley of the priests, received its moniker in 1090, when the ruler of oahu gifted the land to the kahuna nui the highest kahuna. The waimea falls hike is a popular hiking trail that refers to the paved trail that goes through the waimea valley nature park. Hilo 56 miles, 1 hr 20 min, kona 40 miles, 1 hr 10 minutes, and volcano village 85 miles, 2 hr 10 min are all within easy reach with a car. The beautiful sights of waimea valley north shore, oahu. Hiking in hawaiis waimea valley the new york times. Waimea bayhome of the prestigious eddie aikau big surf contest.
Including small associated islands such as ford island and the islands in kane. Managed by the audubon society the grounds are gorgeous and immacutely maintained. Written by locals, fodors oahu travel guidebook offers expert advice and insider tips for all tastes and budgets. On the top of the big island page is a detailed map of metro honolulu from kahala to pearl harbor. Waimea, the valley of the priests, gained its title around 1090 when the. Waimea has about 9210 residents and an elevation of 2667 feet. A popular surfing area located on the north shore of oahu. Clicking on any icon will show you more information and, if present, take you to the relevant page on this website. Beautiful tropical waterfall in waimea valley park on oahu island. Considerations some waterfall tours have age restrictions or require more than an easy walk, so check on details.
You can visit one of these places by booking a waimea valley waterfall tour. Purchase tickets to toa luau here happening monday and wednesdays. Waimea bay see more photos, view panorama on oahus north shore can be very different depending on the season. Open the folded oahu maps and on the reverse is a full map of the big island. Honolulu, the north shore, the windward coast, central oahu and the leeward coast. But hawaii has much more to offer than sun, surf and sea. Waimea valley is an 1,875 acre privatelyowned property run by a nonprofit organization. If you want to really see some greenery while on oahu, i would highly recommend waimea valley. Map of waimea use this interactive map of waimea to explore the local activities, sights, hotels and landmarks.
Filled with native flora, the valley is rich in history and a culturally significant wahi pana storied place. Hiipaka llc is a nonprofit 501c3 that manages the valley s daily operations, conservation and preservation efforts, and steward the land. There is a minimal admission fee that helps ensure the success of these efforts. Interactive map of waimea kamuela big island hawaii. Waimea valley adventure park is located at 59864 kamehameha highway, on oahus north shore. Waimea valley audubon centeronce a heavily populated hawaiian village, today, wander through the 1,800acre rainforest and botanical garden to a beautiful waterfall. Within waimea valley is a stunning botanical garden where there are more than. Experience the island like youve never seen it before, flying above island landmarks including sacred falls, diamond head, maunalua bay, the koolau mountains, kaaawa valley, pearl harbor, and more. Waimea is located in south kohala and can be reached with a short drive from kailuakona or by public transport with the heleon bus. Waimea is a town on the big island in hawaii, a state of the united states of america. Oahu hiking trails guide best places to hike on oahu. Neighborhood north coast hours daily 9am5pm transportation bus. Smokie acre blossoms north shore oahu, sunset beach in. This is an area of cultural and historic significance covering 1,875 acres.
From waikiki take highway h1 west toward ewa to h2. Book your tickets online for waimea valley, haleiwa. Check flight prices and hotel availability for your visit. After captain james cook was killed at kealakekua bay on february 14, 1779, his ships discovery and resolution anchored at the bay for water. Here is an excellent trifold pocketsize map perfect for on the go that shows where all of the major attractions and hotels are located. In central oahu, the challenging aiea loop trail offers phenomenal views of halawa valley and the majestic koolau mountains. Part hawaiian hamlet, part bigdollar agriculture stronghold, its the original landing spot of captain cook and the jumpingoff point for visiting spectacular waimea canyon and koke. The valley, being an important place in hawaiian religion, includes several historical structures including stone terraces and walls constructed during the time of the hawaiian monarchy. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this travel guide will help you plan your trip with ease and make the most out of your visit to honolulu, waikiki, and the north shore. The waimea valley is rich in hawaiian history and cultural sites. It is located within waimea valley, which is a unique hawaiian botanical garden within a significant cultural and archaeological site. Check out fodors travel guides to hawaii, maui, kauai, and big island of hawaii. The oahu map below is an index of planning tips you can find on this website. Most points of interest and beaches are labeled on the map.
Enjoy a leisurely afternoon stroll with a botanical collections specialist as they take you on a journey through waimea valley on the north shore, highlighting beautiful blooming plants and fruits along the way. The beautiful waimea valley on north shore, oahu, attracts 12000 visitors per day however you wouldnt know it, as its stunning botanical garden setting provides many spacious areas to relax under huge shady trees. If they do, waimea bay is a very busy place and it is difficult to find a parking spot. Waimea valley is home to more than 5,000 documented kinds of tropical and subtropical plants including native and endangered hawaiian plants. Visit pearl harbor with a guide and learn about hawaiis role in the war.
During the winter months november to february the waves in the bay can reach heights of 20 feet 6 m and more. Waimea valley road, haleiwa, hawaii 96712 enter this address on your gps for directions main line 808 6387766. So click on an icon to find out whats there, and youll also find a link to take. Waimea falls, also known as waihi falls, is one of the more accessible falls on oahu. Enjoy the collection of heirloom varieties of kalo, sweet potato and banana, as well as one of the states most. The valley, in hawaii, is home to thousands of acres of tropical rain forest, as well as archaeological finds. Waimea valley news newspapers books scholar jstor march 20 learn how and when to remove this template message.
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